(Wilmington, DE. 19803) In May 2026, Detectives assigned to the New Castle County Division of Police Drug and Human Trafficking Investigations Team initiated an investigation into suspected human trafficking and illicit activity occurring at Crystal Spa, located in the 1700 block of Foulk Road.
On Wednesday, July 15, 2026, Detectives executed a search warrant at the business. During the operation, 71-year-old Nan Son Yim, of Flushing, New York, was identified as the operator of Crystal Spa.
Detectives also encountered three adult women of Asian descent, ages 47, 54, and 56, who were identified as victims of human trafficking. The investigation determined the women were allegedly forced to work 12-hour shifts, seven days a week, without proper compensation.
During the execution of the search warrant, Detectives seized $15,975 in U.S. currency, along with bulk quantities of condoms and other items consistent with the operation of an illicit massage business.
Nan Son Yim was taken into custody and transported to New Castle County Police Headquarters, where she was charged with:
- Three felony counts of Human Trafficking – Forced Labor
- Two felony counts of Human Trafficking – Sexual Servitude
- One felony count of Promoting Prostitution in the Second Degree
- One felony count of Conspiracy in the Second Degree
Yim was arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court 11 and committed to the Delores J. Baylor Women’s Correctional Institution after failing to post $108,000 cash bail.
Detectives also encountered 78-year-old Thomas Hofer, of West Chester, Pennsylvania, and 45-year-old Jesse Wasmer, of Kingsville, Maryland, inside Crystal Spa. Both men were taken into custody and transported to New Castle County Police Headquarters, where each was charged with:
- One misdemeanor count of Attempting to Commit Patronizing a Prostitute
Hofer and Wasmer were arraigned in Justice of the Peace Court 11 and released on their own recognizance.
As the investigation continued, Detectives identified the owner of Crystal Spa as 54-year-old Meilan Quan. Detectives later executed a search warrant at Meilan Quan’s residence on Mallard Circle in Claymont, which provided additional evidence linking her to the operation of Crystal Spa.
Detectives are actively attempting to locate Meilan Quan, who is believed to have connections in both Delaware and Flushing, New York area. Once located, Quan will face the following charges:
- Three felony counts of Human Trafficking – Forced Labor
- Two felony counts of Human Trafficking – Sexual Servitude
- One felony count of Promoting Prostitution in the Second Degree
- One felony count of Conspiracy in the Second Degree
Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this investigation, the whereabouts of Meilan Quan, or any suspected human trafficking activity to contact Detective Townsend at (302) 395-3609 or via email at Raymond.Townsend@newcastlede.gov. Tips may also be submitted through the New Castle County Division of Police 24/7 Human Trafficking Hotline at (302) 395-2727.
Following the investigation, New Castle County Police Chief Colonel James J. Leonard III and Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings issued the following statements:
Colonel Leonard: “This investigation reflects the outstanding work of our Drug and Human Trafficking Investigations Team and our continued commitment to protecting victims of exploitation. Human trafficking is a hidden crime, and the New Castle County Division of Police remains committed to holding accountable those who exploit others while ensuring victims receive the support, resources, and care they deserve.”
Attorney General Jennings: “I want to give my thanks to the New Castle County Police Department for their professional and thorough work on this case. The crimes committed by these illicit massage establishments are not victimless: they depend on exploiting a steady stream of trafficked individuals to keep their doors open, create a dangerous environment for all involved, and act as a nuisance to the surrounding community.
All victims identified during the investigation were referred to the New Castle County Division of Police Victim Services Unit for support, resources, and assistance. The Delaware Division of Professional Regulation, Delaware Department of Justice, Delaware Anti-Trafficking Action Council, and Homeland Security Investigations provided assistance and support to the New Castle County Division of Police throughout the investigation.
